New Head Named at State Normal. New Jersey Eyes Commission Government
A Kansas state normal school appoints Prof. T. W. Butcher as its new head, with critique of former leadership by Prof. Hill. The item notes New Jersey's systematic push toward commission government, suggesting potential early use of one chamber reform. The remarks include quoted political statements on conservatism and party alignment.
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T. W. Butcher
State Normal
Hill
the Normal
New Jersey
Kansas
Fourth of July Toll Reflects on Casualties
The article laments the high toll of the Fourth of July, urging caution to prevent injuries tomorrow and to keep youths safe. It emphasizes the need to minimize further harm and preserve young lives.
Col Mulhall’s Service Questioned by Manufacturers Group
A fragment notes the idea that retaining Col Mulhall for life would have been a wise investment for the manufacturers association given his confidential work. The remark hints at the value of loyal, long term employment in sensitive operations.
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Manufacturers Association
Col. Mulhall
Europe presses US on recognizing Mexico or acting
In a turbulent global moment, European voices urge the United States to recognize the Mexican government or intervene. The United States shows independence, asserting it will act according to its own will and interests, with no fixed commitment to a specific policy.
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Europe
United States
Mexico
N. A. M. Invasion of Kansas Aims and Promises
The N A M invaded Kansas last year attempting to install a governor and entered the congressional campaign seeking promises of aid. The amount of help pledged cannot be known, but the organization is described as purely nonpartisan.
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Kansas
President’s ice plan draws scorn from critic
The President declared he will not use the basement ice plant at the White House to stay cool while Congress swelters. Critics call it grandstanding and say the nation wants a practical, steady chief executive rather than such theatrics.
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Wilson
Whites House
Congress
Gallerice
Budget proposition stalls amid party divides
The proposal for a national budget struggles due to Republican backing and partisan resistance. Supporters insist the country must adopt the plan, while tariff schedules fail to gain traction. A satisfactory tariff bill hinges on adopting the plain approach.
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Congress
Fungal outbreak looms over Kansas crops in old Journal World note
An aging Kansas newspaper recalls a fungal bloom perceived as a grim omen for crops. The piece laments crop fears, mentioning a banner season and the long interval since a beloved father’s last appearance in forty years of the Journal World.
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Baes
Kansas
Crowless Rooster Sparks Rural Debate
Agricultural officials propose a crowless rooster while residents in the countryside clash over morning crowing. Some fear the noise. others say silence would feel oppressive and dull without it, reflecting differing views on rural life.
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Agricultural Department
Faru
State Board Takes Cognizance of Water Quality in Lawrence
The state board of health has finally taken cognizance of the water in Lawrence. It is a wonder that the state board waited so long before acting.
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State Board
Waterj
Lawrence
City by letting the a he ae juat what kind
Fragmentary note reflects on local politics and the agricultural department. It mentions Gilman’s activity, a reward, and a place in the department. The text complains about standpatters and their appetite for influence and pie.
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Gilman
Agricultural Department
Mulhall Scandal Sparks Public Conscience And Growth Of Progressives
The piece argues Baldwin’s quiet is broken by Sunday train runs after a long fight against them. It portrays Mulhall charges as appalling and says they wake public conscience and boost the progressive movement. It lauds Fred Robertson as a capable, dependable U.S. district attorney appointment and praises the government for it.
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Fred Roberson
United States
Man Named Watson Faces Guilty Plea in Fee Case
Ames E. Watson, a lawyer, pleads guilty to taking fees on both sides. He is praised for aid to bail out by a full hall yet questioned for the value of his work amid standpatters bringing him to Kansas to confront progressives.
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Ames E
Watson
Kansas
Arkansas politics and voting system critique in The Star
The Kansas City Star comments on Arkansas elections noting confusion over the state’s voting system. It argues candidates may run close yet still win, calling majorities a product of service. The piece criticizes Arkansas politicians and contrasts the state’s potential with its current leadership.
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Kansas City Star
Arkansas
The
Star
Currency Legislation Urged as Essential Reform
The writer criticizes the tariff law as poor and unfair and argues for a currency bill. A government-appointed director is supported as fair if feasible, with emphasis that currency legislation is imperatively demanded to curb tariff excesses and strengthen the bill.
Unclear quotes on music and memories from Jay House
A fragmented reminiscence discusses old songs versus modern music, noting a loss of familiar melodies. The speaker hopes to revive sentimental tunes and laments current tunes as insubstantial, with references to relics and memories without clear details.
Promises and plots in a Philadelphia romance case
A Philadelphia woman is accused in a long past overstepping of promises involving Siev Sulzer. The report notes public reaction, character judgments, and critiques of the bronch of promise charge as a social weapon in a contested marriage dispute.
Uncle Walt the Poet Philosopher Promotes Patience
The verse counsels to avoid hurry and fuss, urging gifted men to value steady planning over rash action. It laments the weariness of constant striving, urging readers to take it easy, sidestep cares, and steadily rise toward success without bluster or fret.
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Turer
Fragmentary Quote Reflects Harsh Social Judgment
A fragmentary remark condemns a woman’s actions as sordid and compares her to an old horse, reflecting moral judgment and gendered stigma from an unspecified period. The terse line expresses harsh social critique without clear context or names.
Mulhall in the present scandal as reformers fight Carmonism
The passage likens Col Mulhall to Harry Orchard, arguing special interests cross party lines and that progressives have fought a hidden battle against Carmonism. It suggests disclosures expose a darker system behind a stone wall and promise an open fight ahead.
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Col
Mulhall
Harry Orchard
Bynt
Hag
Col. Mulhall
Mulhall Disclosures Stir Calls for Congressional Reform
The disclosures suggest extensive misrepresentation in Washington and expose a pattern of public officials untrue to their trust. While not the largest scandal of the era, they argue many congressmen’ seats should be vacant and urge a start to cleaning out derelicts.
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Mutlhall
Washington
Milhall
Alan
Mulhall
Gov Stubbs Goes Abroad for Study and Reform Fight
Gov. Stubbs travels to Europe for two months seeking firsthand information on regional progress and governance. He aims to apply lessons to future reforms and improve conditions at home, signaling a major push for a robust progressive movement next year.
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Gov
Stubbs
Europe
Loneliness of the aged in a busy generation
A speaker laments the loneliness of older people in homes, noting that many are neglected or assumed uninterested in youth. The text urges attention and small efforts to brighten the lives of the elderly, who crave interaction and activity beyond porch sitting.
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Ney
Complaints of a Newspaper From the Hartford Times
The piece argues newspapers rely on advertising for funds and that readers demand free access to news columns. It notes readers seek space for promoting local events and fundraisers, while papers profit from ads to support publishing costs and worthy causes.
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Eletia
Newspaper Conscience and the Burden of Free Causes
A historical meditation argues newspapers cannot fund every appeal yet remain financially viable. It notes readers expect charity from papers, while a press must choose fairly among many deserving beneficiaries. The piece defends the outlet’s stance and invites donors to understand editorial limits.
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Aire
Simnan
Lt Cannet
Special Election Proclamation for Douglas County Bridge Vote
Notice of a special election in Douglas County Kansas to decide on a tax levy of up to two mills for a Kaw River bridge at Lawrence. Sheriff calls the election for July 22 1993, under state law, to fund a bridge and approach with a bridge fund cap of 200 000 dollars.
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Lawrence Daily -Journal-World
Board of County
Douglas County
Staite
Kansas
State of
Board of Canary Commissioners
Sue Board
Board of County Commissioners
Dougie
Lawrence
Board of County, Commissioners of Counts
Kaw
Board of Couriers
Deugtag County
Lehigine
Kans
Beardont County
Douglas Cuatty
Darigles
JL William Cummings
Sherif
Douglas County milage bridge election proposed in 1913
A proclamation sets a voters’ ballot for Douglas and neighboring counties on Tuesday, July 22, 1913, to decide an annual tax not to exceed one dollar on all taxable property to fund a Kaw River bridge at Lawrence, with a $200,000 cap for the project and specific polling places listed.
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Douglas County
Kansas
van Wake
Douglas
Kapsas
Stark
Kayas
Board of Couuty Commissioners
Kaw River
Lawrenet
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Hartford Times
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Airdome
Walford Stock Company
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East Lynne
Orginal
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Francis Levison
Old East Lyme
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R. W. Cone
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Llnyd Davis
Justice Wilson
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